Sweet Potato Wedges Air Fryer
These air fryer sweet potato wedges are crispy on the outside, soft in the center, and ready in about 20 minutes. If you love sweet potato fries but don’t want to deep fry or wait forever for the oven, this is the easiest way to make them at home. Simple seasoning, a quick toss in oil, and the air fryer does the rest.
I tested five batches to get the timing and texture just right. Sweet potatoes can go from perfectly crisp to disappointing pretty quickly, so I wanted a method that actually delivers that crisp outside and tender center without extra steps. I use my air fryer constantly on busy weeknights, and this is one of those sides that feels worth the cutting board.
If you love using your air fryer too, you have to try air fried sweet potato cubes (these are so good on salads or in grain bowls), air fryer sweet potato toast (with avocado and everything bagel seasoning on top -YUM!!!) or air fried baby potatoes (the best side dish).
I like to keep it simple, but you can easily switch up the flavor with your favorite seasonings; add some heat with cayenne, a touch of sweetness with cinnamon, or experiment with other spice blends. Check out my favorite seasoning ideas later in the post!
Step by step instructions
Cut a large sweet potato into wedges. Cut the top and bottom off, then cut it in half longways. Then cut each half lengthwise. Then cut each half in half again. Finally cut this down into 2-3 wedges. Add sweet potato to the air fryer basket. Spray them with olive oil or avocado oil. Don’t use “non-stick spray”. Add salt and any other spices you prefer. Toss the sweet potato wedges around to ensure they are well coated. try to get the sweet potatoes into a single layer. Cook at 375F for 15 minutes. Stop and shake the basket 2-3 times during cooking to ensure the wedges cook evenly.
Tips for success
- Use a sharp knife – Sweet potatoes are dense. A sharp knife makes cutting easier and safer.
- Switch up the seasonings – This base method works with almost any seasoning blend, so you can change up the flavor depending on what you’re serving.
Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato
- avocado oil spray or olive oil spray
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Start by washing and cutting the sweet potato into wedges. First cut off the top and bottom of the sweet potato. Then cut in half lengthwise. Cut those 2 halves in half again lengthwise to make 4 parts. Cut those 4 parts into 2-3 wedges each by cutting them lengthwise into wedges. You should end with 8-12 fries.1 medium sweet potato
- Next add sweet potato wedges to air fryer basket. Spray with avocado oil or olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Use your hands or tongs to toss them well. Turn on the air fryer to 375F for 15 minutes.1 medium sweet potato, avocado oil spray or olive oil spray, 1/2 tsp sea salt
- After 8 minutes of cooking (the air fryer will have 7 minutes left), pause and shake the basket.
- Pause the air fryer to shake the basket again 1-2 more times in the last 7 minutes of cooking to ensure the potato wedges don't burn.
Equipment
Recipe Notes
Top tips
- Don’t overcrowd the basket – Air circulation is key to crispy sweet potato wedges. If the basket is too full, they’ll steam instead of crisp. Cook in batches if needed.
- Shake the basket 2–3 times – This helps the wedges cook evenly and prevents one side from getting too dark.
- Trim very thin edges – Extra-thin pieces can burn quickly and throw off the texture. Trim them before air frying.
- Use oil, not non-stick spray – Avoid aerosol sprays with propellants, they can damage the coating on the air fryer basket. Toss the wedges in oil or use a refillable oil sprayer instead.
Storing leftovers
Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350F air fryer for 5 minutes or in a 400F oven for 10 minutes.Nutrition Information
How to cut sweet potato into wedges
Start by washing the sweet potato. Then cut the top and bottom off. Next stand the sweet potato up on the flat bottom and cut in half lengthwise. Now cut each half in half again lengthwise. Cut each of the quarters into 2-3 wedges, you should end up with 8-12 wedges from each sweet potato.
Other spice combinations
Instead of simply using salt, you can instead use any of these combinations of spices. For any of these recipes, omit the salt in the original recipe.
- Smoky & Savory – ½ teaspoon smoked paprika + ½ teaspoon garlic powder + ½ teaspoon salt + ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Cinnamon Sugar – 1 teaspoon cinnamon + 2 teaspoons coconut sugar or brown sugar + ⅛ teaspoon salt - Cajun – 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning + ¼ teaspoon salt
- Taco-Inspired – 2 teaspoons taco seasoning + ¼ teaspoon salt
- Curry-Spiced -1 teaspoon curry powder + ½ teaspoon cumin + ½ teaspoon salt.
Drizzle the wedges with olive oil or avocado oil before adding any of these spices to help ensure they stick to the wedges.
Note: To ensure the spices are evenly coating the potatoes, you will want to toss the wedges in a large bowl with avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil instead of simply adding the wedges to the air fryer basket and spraying them with avocado oil spray.
Common questions
Do these get crispy like deep fried fries?
Not exactly, but they do get deliciously crisp on the edges while staying tender inside.
Restaurants typically double-fry sweet potatoes to achieve that extra crunch, which isn’t possible in the air fryer. However, using high heat, spacing them out in the basket, and shaking them during cooking helps maximize crispiness.
Do these need to be soaked in water to get crispy?
Nope, I tested this method and found no noticeable difference in crispiness. Skipping the soak saves time without sacrificing texture.
Will coating them in cornstarch make them crispier?
Not in my experience. Adding arrowroot or cornstarch can leave a powdery texture without significantly improving crunch. A light coating of avocado or olive oil is the best way to help them crisp up.
How do I keep them crispy?
Sweet potato wedges are best enjoyed right out of the air fryer. If you need to keep them warm and crisp, place them in a 250°F oven on a wire rack until ready to serve.
Can I make a double batch?
Yes, but for the best results, start in the oven and finish in the air fryer to crisp up the edges.
- Prep the wedges – Cut sweet potatoes into wedges, coat with oil and spices, and spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake – Roast at 425°F for 20 minutes, then flip and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Crisp in the air fryer – Transfer to the air fryer, spray lightly with avocado oil, and cook at 375°F for 5 minutes. You may need to work in batches.
